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WiThrottle transforms your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad into a wireless throttle for model railroad control, utilizing your local Wi-Fi network. This app connects seamlessly with popular JMRI software or specific DCC modules such as MRC Prodigy, Digitrax LnWi, and WifiTrax. Designed for serious model railroaders, it allows simultaneous control of multiple trains, enhancing the operating experience significantly. Users can also access a range of throttle and function controls, making it a versatile tool for managing complex layouts.

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The application supports a variety of features including dual throttle screens, function controls from F0 to F68, and advanced consist management. WiThrottle also enables users to control JMRI routes and turnouts, import roster lists, and adjust throttle sensitivity. The app ensures uninterrupted operation by allowing trains to idle if interrupted and provides a fast clock display. With automatic networking and flashlight capabilities, WiThrottle is positioned as an essential tool for modern model railroading.

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Release
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Version
2.12
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
iOS
Operating System
iOS 12.1.2
Additional Requirements
Compatible with: iphone3gs, iphone3gs, ipadwifi, ipadwifi, ipad3g, ipad3g, ipodtouchthirdgen, ipodtouchthirdgen, iphone4, iphone4, ipodtouchfourthgen, ipodtouchfourthgen, ipad2wifi, ipad2wifi, ipad23g, ipad23g, iphone4s, iphone4s, ipadthirdgen, ipadthirdgen, ipadthirdgen4g, ipadthirdgen4g, iphone5, iphone5, ipodtouchfifthgen, ipodtouchfifthgen, ipadfourthgen, ipadfourthgen, ipadfourthgen4g, ipadfourthgen4g, ipadmini, ipadmini, ipadmini4g, ipadmini4g
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By Zemkies
Use your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad as a throttle for model railroad control!**PLEASE NOTE** This App is not a stand-alone product! Other hardware...
Use your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad as a throttle for model railroad control!**PLEASE NOTE** This App is not a stand-alone product! Other hardware and software are required.Link to the popular JMRI software through a local Wi-Fi network to access throttle, address, and function controls wirelessly.Digital Command Control (DCC) is now the most common control method for earnest model railroaders, allowing multiple trains to be controlled simultaneously anywhere on the track. JMRI is an interface program that works with most brands of DCC and is very popular because it simplifies DCC programming, signaling, control, and many other aspects of running a permanent layout. It is also free and multi-platform. Instead of direct control through the DCC system, WiThrottle links with JMRI. This provides a universal interface to many possible combinations of technology and model railroads. As DCC evolves, JMRI is updated as needed to match current technology.Requirements:- JMRI 2.8 or higher, JMRI 4.0 recommended- DCC system interfaced to a computer and a model railroad- Local Wi-Fi networkIf you operate at either a club or private home that uses JMRI for operations and has Wi-Fi, access to the local network (host may need to share their password) is all you need. Multiple iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad mobile devices may use their own WiThrottle simultaneously during an operating session. If you would like to sample WiThrottle, we offer a Lite version at no charge. This allows you to confirm compatibility before buying the full App.Please visit our website for additional information. Our goal is to enhance your model railroading experience by providing convenient, wireless control of your existing system. WiThrottle is the final piece of the puzzle. Features:- Select road or yard throttle control arrangements- Dual throttle screen- F0 - F28 function controls- Build and break advanced consists- Link multiple addresses for control by one throttle- Control JMRI routes & turnouts- Imports roster list and function labels from your JMRI files- Access the JMRI WebServer for control panels and more- Adjust sensitivity of the throttle slider- Set for right or left hand use- Acquire and dispatch addresses wirelessly- Train idles if interrupted (e.g. phone call)- Control track power- Automatic networking- Flashlight for devices equipped with camera flashWiThrottle will integrate seamlessly if:- you can already control a train using the built-in throttles of JMRI 2.8 or later- your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad can access your local wireless network (not cellular or Bluetooth)
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